Weed eater electric trimmer operator's manual (9 pages)
Summary of Contents for Weed Eater 545117552
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Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse- ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves. WEED EATER 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta, GA 30907 545117552 Rev. 2 8/2/07 BRW Trademark Instruction Manual PE550...
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged before using the unit. S Use only recommended WEED EATER parts and accessories. Never use wire, wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc. S Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjustments.
Thrown objects Safety Boots Glasses 50 pieds (15 m) Blade rotates Allow blade to stop momentarily before removing after the it from the cut. trigger is released. Safety Labels Instruction Manual FUEL SAFETY S Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are not sparks or flames.
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loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek med- ical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these prob- lems. Users who operate power tools on a ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly...
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air- cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil Starter Rope Handle Throttle Trigger Spark Plug...
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damage may occur.See the STORAGE sec- tion for additional information. STOPPING YOUR ENGINE S To stop a running engine, move the switch to the OFF position. S If engine does not stop, move choke lever to FULL CHOKE position. ON/OFF Switch STARTING YOUR ENGINE (for location of controls, refer to the KNOW YOUR EDGER section)
If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty. It is your re- sponsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance.
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functions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position and assure the engine stops; then restart engine and continue. S Fuel Tank - - Discontinue use of edger if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks. S Blade Guard - - Discontinue use of edger if blade guard is damaged.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BLADE REPLACEMENT 1. To remove the blade, insert a screwdriver into one of the holes in the gearbox; then, remove the blade nut by turning clockwise. Gearbox holes Blade 2. Remove the washer and blade from the blade shaft.
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STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting. S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE Engine will not 1.ON/OFF switch in OFF start or will run position. only a few 2.
Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system. Where a warrantable condition exists, Poulan/WEED EATER will repair your small off- - road engine at no cost to you. Expenses cov- ered under warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor.
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MODIFIED PARTS: The use of add- -on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Poulan/WEED EATER is not li- able to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add- -on or modified parts. HOW...
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